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Kaslo British Columbia average (StatCan 2021 Census)
Population1,049
Median household income$56,000
Median home value$400,000
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
Events Committee
Events Committee to discuss Kaslo's Birthday Party and events calendar
The Kaslo Events Committee will adopt the June 25, 2026 minutes and then hold discussion-only items: Kaslo's Birthday Party, Special Events Policy, Events Calendar, and the 2027 Events Committee. No decisions are listed; the meeting is mostly procedural and planning-focused.
- Discussion of Kaslo's Birthday Party (no decision scheduled)
- Review of Special Events Policy (no decision scheduled)
- Events Calendar planning (no decision scheduled)
- Planning for 2027 Events Committee (no decision scheduled)
- Late items (if any)
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AGENDA
Events Committee
4:15 PM - Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1 Adoption of the Agenda
Recommendation: THAT the agenda for the July 28, 2026 Events
Committee meeting be adopted as presented.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1 Meeting Minutes
Events Committee - 25 Jun 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
Recommendation: THAT the minutes of the June 25, 2026 Events
Committee be adopted as presented.
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4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1 Kaslo's Birthday Party
4.2 Special Events Policy
4.3 Events Calendar
4.4 2027 Events Committee
4.5 Late Items
5. INFORMATION ITEMS
5.1 Correspondence for Information
5.2 Reports for Information
6. ADJOURNMENT
6.1 Meeting Adjournment
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MINUTES
Events Committee
4:15 PM - Thursday, June 25, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
MEMBERS PRESENT: Suzan Hewat, Chair
Molly Leathwood
STAFF PRESENT: Robert Baker, Chief Administrative Officer
PUBLIC: Erika Bird
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 4:20pm.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1 Adoption of the Agenda
THAT the agenda for the June 25, 2026 Events Committee meeting be
adopted as presented.
Carried
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1 Meeting Minutes
THAT the minutes of the May 6, 2026 Events Committee be adopted as
presented.
Carried
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1 Special Event Application - Kaslo Block Party
THAT the Kasl
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Wed Jul 29, 2026
Committee of the Whole
Village of Kaslo reviews draft Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw updates
The Committee of the Whole is discussing proposed amendments to the Official Community Plan and a repeal and replacement of Zoning Bylaw No. 1130. These updates aim to align with provincial housing legislation and community needs. The body is also reviewing policies regarding parks, special events, highway use, and council correspondence.
- Proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 1341, 2026, which would restrict short-term rentals to secondary suites and carriage houses
- Proposed OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1340, 2026, to enable 5- and 20-year housing targets
- Proposed reduction of minimum front yard setbacks from 7.5 metres to 4.5 metres in R-1 zones
- Draft Special Events Policy and Highway Use Permit Policy
- Proposed new Aerodrome Zone to replace the Comprehensive Development Area
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AGENDA
Committee of the Whole
6:00 PM - Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1. Adoption of the Agenda
Recommendation: THAT the agenda for the July 29, 2026
Committee of the Whole meeting be adopted as presented.
3. DISCUSSION ITEMS
3.1. Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw & Zoning Bylaw
Presentation - OCP & Zoning Bylaws
Staff Report - OCP Amendment Bylaw and Zoning Bylaw - July 29, 2026
DRAFT Official Community Plan
DRAFT Zoning Bylaw
DRAFT Zoning Map
OCP & Zoning Bylaws - Background Report
OCP & Zoning Bylaws - Summary of Proposed Changes
OCP & Zoning Bylaws - What We Learned Report
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3.2. Parks Regulation Bylaw - Options for Public Input
Presentation - Parks Regulation Bylaw - Options for Public Input - July
29, 2026
235 - 247
3.3. Special Events Policy
Presentation - Special Event Policy - July 29, 2026
Organizer Input - Special Events Policy - Chamber of Commerce
DRAFT Special Events Policy
MIABC - Risk Management Guide for Local Government Community
Events
249 - 296
3.4. Highway Use Permit Policy
Presentation - Highway Use Permit Policy - July 29, 2026
DRAFT Highway Use Permit Policy
Temporary Street Closure Policy - 2012
297 - 314
3.5. Council Correspondence Policy
Presentation - Council Correspondence Policy - July 29, 2026
Council Correspondence Policy
Template - Correspondence for Action
315 - 329
3.6. Cor
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Recent meetings
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Regular Council Meeting
Thu Jun 25, 2026
Events Committee
Committee to review draft Special Events Policy for community events
The Events Committee will discuss and potentially endorse a new draft Special Events Policy that sets rules for events on Village property. They will also receive updates on four special event applications (Kaslo Block Party, Kootenay Konnects, Kootenay Mushroom Festival, Kaslo Wild Ultra Race) as information items. Additionally, the committee will consider a resolution to apply for a $500 grant from the Columbia Basin Trust to support Kaslo's Birthday Party on August 14, 2026.
- Draft Special Events Policy: proposed amendment to include approved events on Village website calendar upon organizer request
- Kaslo's Birthday Party: recommendation to apply for $500 CBT grant
- Special event applications received as information: Kaslo Block Party, Kootenay Konnects, Kootenay Mushroom Festival, Kaslo Wild Ultra Race
- Adoption of previous meeting minutes and agenda
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AGENDA
Events Committee
4:15 PM - Thursday, June 25, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1 Adoption of the Agenda
Recommendation: THAT the agenda for the June 25, 2026 Events
Committee meeting be adopted as presented.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1 Meeting Minutes
Events Committee - 06 May 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
Recommendation: THAT the minutes of the May 6, 2026 Events
Committee be adopted as presented.
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4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1 Special Events Policy
Staff Report - Special Events Policy - July 2026
Organizer Input - Special Events Policy
DRAFT Special Events Policy - Revised
MIABC - Block Parties Guide
MIABC - Risk Management Guide for Local Government Community
Events
MIABC - Risk Management - Policy Defence
Recommendation: THAT the draft Special Events Policy be
amended to provide that special events approved by the Village be
included on the Village website events calendar, upon request by
the event organizer; AND FURTHER
THAT the Events Committee support the Special Events Policy, as
amended.
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4.2 Special Event Application - Kaslo Block Party
Staff Report - Special Event Application - Kaslo Block Party
Special Event Application - Kaslo Block Party
Recommendation: Information only
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4.3 Special Event Application - Kootenay Konnects
Staff Report - Special Event Application - Kootenay Konnects
Special Event Application - Kootenay-Konnects
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
Regular Council Meeting
Council will adopt a $4,000 community grant and approve several routine items
The Village of Kaslo Council will adopt the Elections Procedure Bylaw No. 1337, 2026 and adopt the 2025 Annual Municipal Report. It will consider a $4,000 Community Development Grant for Kaslo Community Services' Holiday Hamper program. The Council will also change Library Building Committee appointments and authorize attendance at the 2026 Union of BC Municipalities Convention in Vancouver.
- Adopt Elections Procedure Bylaw No. 1337, 2026
- Adopt the Village’s 2025 Annual Municipal Report
- Approve a $4,000 Community Development Grant for the 2026 Holiday Hamper program
- Rescind three Library Building Committee members and appoint new trustees and a public member
- Authorize Mayor Hewat, Councillors Brown and Bird, and the CAO to attend the 2026 UB CM Convention (Sept 14‑18, Vancouver) with expenses funded per policy
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
6:00 PM - Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
You can watch the livestream of this meeting by clicking here.
This meeting is open to the public for in-person attendance in Council
Chambers at 413 Fourth Avenue, Kaslo.
2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1. Adoption of the Agenda
Recommendation: THAT the agenda for the June 23, 2026 Regular
Council Meeting be adopted as presented.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1. Meeting Minutes
Regular Council Meeting - 09 Jun 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
Recommendation: THAT the minutes of the June 9, 2026 Regular
Council Meeting be adopted as presented.
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4. GENERAL MATTERS
4.1. Art at Council
No items
4.2. Presentations and Delegations
No items
5. PUBLIC INPUT
Please go to the Public Input at Regular Council Meetings webpage for
information on how to participate.
5.1. Verbal Submissions
The public may address Council on items of business appearing on the
agenda. When the Chair calls upon a speaker, they shall state their
name and place of residence. They will then have up to two minutes to
speak. After all speakers have provided their input, Council members
will have an opportunity to ask brief clarifying questions. Council will not
engage in debate and if a speaker’s input relates to operational issues,
staff will be happy to assist during regular business hours. Please note
that Council may not respo
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
Regular Council Meeting
Council to develop new campground operator process, consider ball park fees
The Council will direct staff to create a competitive procurement process for a new operator of the Kaslo Municipal Campground starting in 2028. They will also consider establishing cost recovery fees for Murray Pearson Memorial Ball Park for KBSA youth, adult, non-profit, and commercial use, with phased implementation over 2027–2029. The consent agenda includes adoption of the Elections Procedure Bylaw No. 1337, several grant awards, and authorization for the Kaslo Golf Club to construct a storage building with tree removal and replacement.
- Council directs staff to develop competitive procurement for new Kaslo Municipal Campground operator starting 2028
- Council considers cost recovery fees for Murray Pearson Memorial Ball Park (KBSA youth/adult, non-profit, commercial) with phased implementation 2027–2029
- First reading of Elections Procedure Bylaw No. 1337 for 2026 general local election
- Up to $5,000 community development grant endorsed for St. Andrew's United Church Heritage Hall roof replacement
- Kaslo Golf Club authorized to construct Quonset storage building on leased land, remove trees with two-for-one replacement
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
6:00 PM - Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
You can watch the livestream of this meeting by clicking here.
This meeting is open to the public for in-person attendance in Council
Chambers at 413 Fourth Avenue, Kaslo.
2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1. Adoption of the Agenda
Recommendation: THAT the agenda for the 09 Jun 2026 Regular
Council Meeting be adopted as presented.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1. Meeting Minutes
Regular Council Meeting - 26 May 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
Recommendation: THAT the minutes of the May 26, 2026 Regular
Council Meeting be adopted as presented.
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4. GENERAL MATTERS
4.1. Art at Council
No items
4.2. Presentation - Kaslo and District Community Forest Society
4.3. Delegation - Kaslo Baseball & Softball Association
2026.06.09 - KBSA Presentation
9 - 30
5. PUBLIC INPUT
Please go to the Public Input at Regular Council Meetings webpage for
information on how to participate.
5.1. Verbal Submissions
The public may address Council on items of business appearing on the
agenda. When the Chair calls upon a speaker, they shall state their
name and place of residence. They will then have up to two minutes to
speak. After all speakers have provided their input, Council members
will have an opportunity to ask brief clarifying questions. Council will not
engage in debate and if a speaker’s input relates to operation
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Tue May 26, 2026
Regular Council Meeting
Council to adopt fees & charges bylaw, debate lease policy, and approve Pride events
Council will consider adopting the Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1336, which would update municipal fees. Staff will be directed to develop a lease policy for Village land and buildings. Council will vote on requests for the 2026 Kaslo Pride Celebration, including a rainbow crosswalk at Front and Fourth Streets, raising the Progress Pride Flag, and providing $146.41 in financial assistance. The council will also review 2026-2027 municipal objectives.
- Adoption of Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1336, 2026
- Staff to bring forward a Village lease policy for land and buildings
- Approval of rainbow crosswalk at Front and Fourth Streets and Progress Pride Flag at Kemball Memorial Centre for June 2026
- Special Event Financial Assistance of $146.41 to Kaslo Community Services Society
- Discussion of 2026-2027 Municipal Objectives & Measures
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AGENDA
Regular Council Meeting
6:00 PM - Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
You can watch the livestream of this meeting by clicking here.
This meeting is open to the public for in-person attendance in Council
Chambers at 413 Fourth Avenue, Kaslo.
2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
2.1. Adoption of the Agenda
Recommendation: THAT the agenda for the May 26, 2026 Regular
Council Meeting be adopted as presented.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1. Meeting Minutes
Regular Council Meeting - 12 May 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
Committee of the Whole - 19 May 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
Recommendation: THAT the minutes of the May 12, 2026 Regular
Council and the May 19, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meetings be
adopted as presented.
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4. GENERAL MATTERS
4.1. Art at Council
Kaslo Bay song by Serge Plotnikoff
Audio - Kaslo Bay
Lyrics - Kaslo Bay
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4.2. Presentation and Delegations
No items
5. PUBLIC INPUT
Please go to the Public Input at Regular Council Meetings webpage for
information on how to participate.
5.1. Verbal Submissions
The public may address Council on items of business appearing on the
agenda. When the Chair calls upon a speaker, they shall state their
name and place of residence. They will then have up to two minutes to
speak. After all speakers have provided their input, Council members
will have an opportunity to ask brief clarifying questions. Council will not
engage in
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Tue May 19, 2026
Committee of the Whole
Wed May 6, 2026
Events Committee
Events Committee to discuss Pride Celebration and Mushroom Festival applications
The Events Committee will consider special event applications for the 2026 Kaslo Pride Celebration and the 2026 Kootenay Mushroom Festival. The Pride application includes a request for financial assistance. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as adoption of the agenda and minutes from April 13.
- Discussion of the 2026 Kaslo Pride Celebration, including a special event application and a financial assistance request
- Discussion of the 2026 Kootenay Mushroom Festival, a returning event now in its fifth year
- Pride event proposed for June 6 at Legacy Park with a flag raising and Mayor's declaration
- Mushroom Festival includes guided forays, workshops, a free market, and live performances
- Adoption of minutes from the April 13, 2026 Events Committee meeting
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AGENDA
Events Committee
4:15 PM - Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1 Adoption of the Agenda
Recommendation: THAT the agenda for the May 6, 2026 Events
Committee meeting be adopted as presented.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1 Meeting Minutes
Events Committee - 13 Apr 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
Recommendation: THAT the minutes of the April 13, 2026 Events
Committee be adopted as presented.
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4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1 2026 Kaslo Pride Celebration
Special Event Application - Kaslo Pride Celebration
Special Event Financial Assistance Application - Kaslo Pride Celebration
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4.2 2026 Kootenay Mushroom Festival
Special Event Application - Kootenay Mushroom Festival
16 - 23
4.3 Late Items
No Items
5. INFORMATION ITEMS
5.1 Correspondence for Information
No Items
5.2 Reports for Information
No Items
6. ADJOURNMENT
6.1 Meeting Adjournment
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MINUTES
Events Committee
4:00 PM - Monday, April 13, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
MEMBERS PRESENT: Molly Leathwood, Councillor
Suzan Hewat, Mayor
STAFF PRESENT: Chief Administrative Officer
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the meeting to order at 4:00 PM.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1 Adoption of the Agenda
THAT the agenda of the April 13, 2026 Events Committee meeting be
amended to include a discussion of the Citizen of the Yea
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Mon Apr 13, 2026
Events Committee
Events Committee to consider grant requests for May Days events
The Kaslo Events Committee will discuss two Grant-in-Aid requests: one from the Chamber of Commerce for the 2026 May Days event (including use of Vimy Park, street closures, and in-kind services) and one from the Show 'n Shine committee. The committee will also adopt previous meeting minutes.
- Consider Grant-in-Aid request from Chamber of Commerce for 2026 May Days — includes free use of Vimy Park, street closures, and in-kind services valued at $3,525
- Consider Grant-in-Aid request from Show 'n Shine committee for 2026 May Days
- Chamber requests closure of Front Street, Fourth Street, and other roads for helicopter rides, Show 'n Shine, and parade on May 16–18
- 2026 May Days budget shows total sources of $27,950 including $7,500 in grants and $6,430 in savings
- Adopt minutes from March 9, 2026 Events Committee meeting
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AGENDA
Events Committee
4:00 PM - Monday, April 13, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1 Adoption of the Agenda
Recommendation: THAT the agenda for the April 13, 2026 Events
Committee meeting be adopted as presented.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1 Meeting Minutes
Events Committee - 09 Mar 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
Recommendation: THAT the minutes of the March 9, 2026 Events
Committee be adopted as presented.
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4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1 Special Event Financial Assistance - Chamber of Commerce
The Committee will consider a Grant-in-Aid request from the Chamber
of Commerce for the 2026 May Days event.
Letter - 2026 May Days
Application - Grant-in-Aid (Special Event Financial Assistance)
2026 - Budget - May Days
2026 - Budget - Chamber of Commerce
2024 - Financial Statement - Chamber of Commerce
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4.2 Special Event Financial Assistance - Show 'n Shine
The Committee will consider a Grant-in-Aid request from the Show 'n
Shine Committee for the 2026 May Days event.
Application - Grant-in-Aid
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4.3 Late Items
5. INFORMATION ITEMS
5.1 Correspondence for Information
No items
5.2 Reports for Information
No items
6. ADJOURNMENT
6.1 Meeting Adjournment
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MINUTES
Events Committee
4:15 PM - Monday, March 9, 2026
Council Chambers, 413 Fourth Street, Kaslo, BC
MEMBERS PRESENT: Molly Leathwood, Councillor
Suzan Hewat, Mayor
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